Myself, Jimmy O'Dea and Johnny Evans were the only three recruits from that year who made it. It was a fairly old side. I played one reserves game, against South Melbourne, and then I was straight into the seniors. I had just turned 18.

I played against Melbourne, on Brian Dixon. Jeansy said that Melbourne had about four ways of kicking a goal, and they all revolved around Brian Dixon. He said to me, “Look, Laddy (which he said for the next 10 years for me), don't let him get a kick, just do your job.” So at one stage I ended up playing on Hassa Mann on the half forward flank.

My football earnings for the year equated to a second-hand car, and I played 16 or 17 games, including finals. We smashed Geelong in round 18 and played them again in the first semi-final, and it was virtually a reverse. We got absolutely toweled up.>>>>>>>>>>>>

Senior Coach, Steve Lawrence has departed the Beaumaris Football Club.

In the aftermath of the 62 point loss to Collegians Steve felt the different direction he wanted to take the group in was at odds with what certain parts of the Club wanted.

Steve informed the Club that he would not be coaching here next year and it was better to part ways now rather than at the end of the season

President Ron Buller said that he was shocked that it happened so quickly and that Lawrence had decided to finish early, but he and the Committee respected Lawrence’s decision.

“It was a shock, but we have the utmost respect for Steve and what he has done with the football club this year and certainly thank him for the contribution he has made to Beaumaris” said Buller. “Nevertheless the decision was an amicable one for both parties to separate now, rather than wait until the end of the season,” he said.

The BFC Committee have confirmed that Raphael Clarke will take over coaching duties for the final two home and away matches of the season.

Matt Finnis CEO wrote:"St Kilda is an iconic part of Melbourne which has an identifiable attitude and spirit that is really aligned with where we want to take the club. It is grounded but it is aspirational, it is eclectic, everyone belongs, and we say how do we capture that as an identity? It would be a good move on so many levels for the club."

I’ve met some great people here and formed some fantastic friendships. I was captain of the club which was a huge honour.

I’m glad I played a part at this footy club and was able to wear the jumper. Now I’m focused on bringing the next generation through so the club can achieve the ultimate success again. I don’t take my involvement for granted and love coming into work everyday.